19 May 2023 | 09:04 AM UTC
Pakistan: At least one killed in blast in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province's Tank as of the afternoon of May 19
Authorities responding to blast in Tank, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan, as of the afternoon of May 19. At least one killed.
Event
Authorities are responding to a blast targeting a police vehicle near Bannu Road in Tank, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, as of the afternoon of May 19. At least one person was killed and 18 injured in the incident; the cause of the blast is not immediately clear. Officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security presence near the incident site as investigations are ongoing. Localized transport disruptions are likely due to increased security.
Advice
Avoid the area until the authorities give the all-clear. Plan routes circumventing the incident site and allow additional time for travel. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.
